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Visiting Port Douglas, Australia in October

October is one of the best months to visit Port Douglas for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

October has total rainfall of 6.3cm (2.5inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (78°F). October is an excellent month for swimming in Port Douglas with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

Also consider visiting Port Douglas in one of the other best months of July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Port Douglas in October?

Yes, October is a good time for sunbathing in Port Douglas.

October has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 6.3cm (2.5inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

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Can you swim in Port Douglas in October?

Yes, October is an excellent month for swimming in Port Douglas with very warm sea temperatures 26°C (78°F).

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Is October a good time to holiday in Port Douglas?

Yes, October is a good time for a holiday in Port Douglas.

October has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 6.3cm (2.5inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a very warm 26°C (78°F). October is an excellent month for swimming in Port Douglas with very comfortable temperatures for bathing all day.

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Is Port Douglas warm in October?

Yes, Port Douglas is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in October.

The average maximum temperature in Port Douglas in October is 29°C (85°F). The average maximum temperature is 28°C (83°) in the previous month and 30°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Port Douglas in October is 25°C (77°F). The average temperature is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Port Douglas in October?

The average day light hours per day in Port Douglas in October are 12.5. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Port Douglas in October

The weather in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November. The average maximum temperature in Port Douglas in October is 29°C (85°F). The average maximum temperature is 28°C (83°F) in the previous month and 30°C (87°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Port Douglas in October is 25°C (77°F). The average temperature is 23°C (74°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Port Douglas in October is 21°C (70°F). The minimum temperature is 19°C (67°F) in the previous month and 23°C (73°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Port Douglas in October

The days in October are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into November. During October the average day light hours are 12.5 per day in Port Douglas. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Port Douglas in October is typically 14.2 during October. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Port Douglas in October

The average sea water temperature in Port Douglas in October is 25.8°C (78.4°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in October is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into November.

Rainfall in Port Douglas in October

October weather is wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise at a fast pace into November. October has a couple of more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into November. The average total rainfall in Port Douglas in October is 6.3cm (2.5inches) and on average there are 12.4 rainy days in October making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Port Douglas in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Port Douglas in October is 21°C (69°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 22°C (22°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Port Douglas in October is typically 89.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.1% in the previous month and 90.9% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Port Douglas in October is typically 69.9%. The average relative humidity is 69.6% in the previous month and 72.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Port Douglas in October

The average maximum wind speed in Port Douglas in October is typically 28KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Port Douglas in October is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Port Douglas in October is from the South East.

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